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Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Computational Science and Computational Engineering are rapidly growing multi-disciplinary areas connecting engineering, science, business, mathematics and computer science to create new, powerful tools for real-world discovery and understanding. Advancements in computing power and computational methodology are allowing leading-edge researchers to effectively utilize computational simulation, modeling and optimization to pursue investigations into territories that were previously beyond their reach using theoretical analysis and physical experimentation. The School has been established to address this need through the creation of multidisciplinary research and education programs of international distinction within a unique collaborative environment.

Civil Engineering is the study, application, and practice of using science and engineering technologies to deal with the design, planning, construction and maintenance of sustainable infrastructure,...

Materials Science and Engineering involves the study and application of materials and their properties to enable technologies by controlling the structure through systematic synthesis and subsequent...

Materials Science and Engineering involves the study and application of materials and their properties to enable technologies by controlling the structure through systematic synthesis and subsequent...

Related Scholarships

Betty Horricks Research Endowment Fund

The Betty Horricks Research Endowment Fund was established in 2005, to be awarded on an annual basis to a graduate student registered in the Molecular Biology Genetics and Cancer Program with preference given to a student beginning research in the area of bone marrow and blood cancer.

Canadian Graduate Scholarships

Interdisciplinary

Canadian Graduate Scholarships (CGS) provide financial support to high calibre full-time scholars who are registered in eligible masters or doctoral programs in Canada. It's a merit-based scholarship for students with an A- or above.

Dr. Sri Gopal Mohanty Graduate Scholarhsip in Statistics

Established in 2013 by friends and family of Dr. Mohanty in celebration of his 80th birthday. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to a student in the MSc Statistics program who, in the judgement of the Department, has demonstrated notable academic achievement.

E. G. Brooman Scholarship In Chemistry

The E.G. Brooman Scholarship in Chemistry was established in 1995 with funds from the estate of Mr. E.G. Brooman, a staff member in the Department of Chemistry from 1967 to 1987. This Scholarship is to be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Chemistry, to a graduate student registered in a graduate program in Chemistry.

GSA Travel Award

Interdisciplinary

The GSA awards a number of travel awards (up to $500) every semester (Sept-Dec, Jan-Apr, May-Aug) for travel to conferences to present, or to undertake research relevant to their field of study. GSA Travel Awards are funded from the proceeds of the GSA Development Fund, which is sustained by contributions from Graduate Students and the University. Award recipients will be asked to voluntarily contribute a 250-word statement of how this award and travel contributed to their graduate experience, which may be posted on the Graduate Studies and GSA websites and other media sources.

Students can apply through “Aid by Application” in Mosaic.

Application Dates:

Fall competition for September to December travel: Opens September 1, 2017 and closes October 5, 2017

Winter competition for January to April travel: Opens January 4, 2018 and closes February 6, 2018

Summer competition for May to August travel: Opens May 1, 2018 and closes June 5, 2018

Manske-MacLean Bursaries in Chemistry

The Manske-MacLean Bursaries in Chemistry initial funds for these awards were realized through the sale of Specimens (alkaloids and related compounds), from the research collections of the late R.H.F. Manske (1901-1977) and the late D.B. MacLean, and were augmented by a generous donation from Merck-Frosst, Montreal. R.H.F. Manske, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Queen's), Ph.D. (Manchester), D.Sc.Hon. (McMaster) conducted pioneering research in alkaloid chemistry and was founding editor of 'The Alkaloids' a definitive and ongoing series in this area of chemistry. D.B. MacLean was introduced to alkaloid chemistry by Manske at the Research Laboratories of the Dominion Rubber Co. The study of alkaloids and related heterocycles became the focus of his research at McMaster, which he joined in 1954. He was Professor Emeritus in the Department of Chemistry. These bursaries are to be awarded to graduate students in Chemistry by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Chemistry.

Shell Canada Graduate Research Fellowships In Chemical Engineering

The Shell Canada Graduate Research Fellowships in Chemical Engineering were established by Shell Canada in 1983 to encourage excellence in research in Chemical Engineering. Up to two awards will be made each year, and selection is based on the candidate's research achievements and potential. Recipients will be graduate students in Chemical Engineering, normally in their first or second year of PhD study. Awards will be made by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering.

The A.E. Hamielec Graduate Student Award

The A.E. Hamielec Graduate Student Award was established in 2001 by alumni and friends, this prize has been established to recognize the valuable contributions that Dr. A.E. Hamielec has made to the Department of Chemical Engineering, and his pioneering efforts in the field of polymer reaction engineering developed through the McMaster Institute for Polymer Production Technology (MIPPT). The award will be given to a graduate student deemed to have presented the best seminar during the annual Chemical Engineering Graduate Student Seminar Day as selected by a selection committee. The funds will be used toward travel, and registration costs for the student to present the work at a conference.

The Ahmed Ghobarah Scholarship

The Ahmed Ghobarah Scholarship was established in 2002 by Dr. Ahmed Ghobarah, Professor in Civil Engineering and Joe Ng, JNE Chair in Design, Construction and Management in Infrastructure Renewal and Department Chair (1989-1995). The scholarship is to be granted to a graduate student from a developing country enrolled in a research master's or doctoral program in Civil Engineering at McMaster University who demonstrates academic excellence. Preference will be given to a student conducting research in structural engineering. The scholarship is to be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Civil Engineering.

The Bill Carment Memorial Scholarship in Social Development

The Bill Carment Memorial Scholarship in Social Development was established in 2005 by family, friends and colleagues, in memory of Dr. D.W. (Bill) Carment, formerly faculty member of the Department of Psychology and later, Director of the McMaster Centre of Continuing Education. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Psychology to a graduate student who has demonstrated excellent progress in his/her research training and who is pursuing a career in the area of social development.

The Brian McCarry Graduate Chemistry Scholarship

Established in 2014 by friends, family, colleagues, and industry partners in memory of Brian McCarry, a past Chair of the Department of Chemistry & Chemical Biology. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to a graduate student currently enrolled in the Chemistry graduate program. Preference will be given to students pursuing industry-related research.

The Catherine Jane Stephenson Memorial Bursary

The Catherine Jane Stephenson Memorial Bursary was established in 2005 by Jean and Bruce Stephenson in memory of their daughter Catherine Jane Stephenson, a 1978 graduate of McMaster University. To be granted to a student enrolled at the Master's or Ph.D. level in Biology and who demonstrates financial need. Preference will be given to students whose research is located in Northern Canada, including northern parts of the provinces.

The Cecil and Yvette Yip Graduate Bursaries

Interdisciplinary

The Cecil and Yvette Yip Graduate Bursaries were established in 2003 by Dr. Cecil Yip (Class of 1959) and Mrs. Yvette Yip to recognize and encourage graduate students whose innovative work in the physical sciences and engineering crosses formal disciplinary boundaries. Preference will be given to students in any graduate program in the Faculty of Science or the Faculty of Engineering, whose thesis research demonstrates excellence in integrating engineering science within the study of biology. The students must also demonstrate financial need to be eligible. A variable number of bursaries are to be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies.

The Dante Cosma Graduate Memorial Scholarship

The Dante Cosma Graduate Memorial Scholarship was established in 1997 by family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Dante Cosma, in recognition of his years of service in the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University, and to his support of engineering students in their pursuit of higher education. To be awarded to a graduate student in the Faculty of Engineering by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Dean of Engineering. Preference will be given to a student studying metallurgy.

The David Alan Reid Kay Memorial Prize

The David Alan Reid Kay Memorial Prize was established in memory of David Alan Reid Kay, Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering from 1969 to 1997 to perpetuate the spirit of service to the university and materials community, as well as research excellence for which he was so well known. The prize will be awarded annually to a graduate student registered in Materials Science and Engineering based on the criteria above by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.

The Dawes Memorial Scholarship In Experimental Physics

The Dawes Memorial Fellowship has been established by the family of Henry Franklin Dawes, head of the Department of Physics from 1911 - 1947, to keep fresh the memory of the important part he played in developing the physics program at McMaster. This fellowship will be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

The Desmond G. Burns Graduate Scholarship

The income from the estate of Desmond Gerald Burns has been designated as a scholarship for research leading to the M.Sc. or Ph.D. degree in Physics in Mathematical or Theoretical Physics. The scholarship will be awarded on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

The Dr. David Williams Award in Biomedical Engineering

Interdisciplinary

The Dr. David Williams Award in Biomedical Engineering was established in 2009 by Dr. David Williams. To be awarded annually by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Director of the School of Biomedical Engineering, to a student enrolled in graduate studies within the School, who demonstrates outstanding scholastic achievement and innovative research.

The Dr. Denis Shaw Memorial Award

The Dr. Denis Shaw Memorial Award was established in 2004 by friends, colleagues and former students in memory of Dr. Denis Shaw. To be awarded to a graduate student in the School of Geography and Earth Sciences to attend the annual meeting of the Geochemical Society or a similar organization. Selection will be made by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Director of the School of Geography and Earth Sciences. Preference will be given to a Ph.D. student in Geochemistry.

The Dr. Mithilesh Nandan Prasad Graduate Scholarship

The scholarship was established in 2011 by Smita Prasad and family, in memory of her father, Dr. Mithilesh Nandan Prasad (Class of '83). To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Director of the School of Geography and Earth Sciences to currently registered graduate students engaged in applied geology in Canada or internationally. Preference will be given to students enrolled in the School of Geography and Earth Sciences, with due consideration to students engaged in interdisciplinary research.

The Dr. Ronald J. Gillespie Prize In Inorganic Chemistry

The Dr. Ronald J. Gillespie Prize in Inorganic Chemistry was established in 2009 by friends and colleagues in honour of Prof. Ronald J. Gillespie, F.R.S., F.R.S.C., F.R.S.C. (U.K.), F.C.I.C., C.M., in recognition of 50 years of significant contributions to research and scholarly teaching in the Department of Chemistry at McMaster University. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to a student enrolled in a Ph.D. program in inorganic chemistry, who in the judgment of a selection committee comprised of the Associate Chair of Chemistry responsible for graduate studies and inorganic chemists within the Department of Chemistry demonstrates outstanding scholastic achievement and innovative research that embraces elements of fundamental inorganic chemistry.

The Dr. Walter Smeltzer Memorial Scholarship

The Dr. Walter Smeltzer Memorial Scholarship was established in 2000 by Mrs. Grace Smeltzer in memory of her husband, Dr. Walter William Smeltzer, researcher and professor in Materials Science at McMaster University from 1959 to 1992. The scholarship is to be awarded to a student in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) who is deemed to have submitted the most outstanding graduate thesis over the previous two-year period. Ph.D. theses will be recognized in even-numbered years, and Master's theses recognized in odd-numbered years. The School of Graduate Studies will award the scholarship on the recommendation of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.

The Frank Dennee Scholarship

The Frank Dennee Scholarship was established in 1995 with funds from the estate of Frank Dennee, a Hamilton philanthropist. One annual scholarship in the amount of the accrued interest in the trust fund will be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendations from the departments to entering or currently registered Canadian students in the Departments of Engineering Physics or Physics and Astronomy. Preference will be given to graduate students in the area of nuclear science or nuclear engineering.

The Joan Heimbecker Memorial Scholarship

The Joan Heimbecker Memorial Scholarship was established in 1994 through funds donated in memory of Joan Heimbecker, a graduate student in Human Biodynamics. The scholarship is awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on a nomination from the Department of Kinesiology. The award is available to students registered in a McMaster graduate program in Human Biodynamics to help support their graduate education.

The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport Bursary

Interdisciplinary

The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport Bursary was established in 1997 by The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport. To be granted to graduate students in the Faculties of Business, Engineering, Science or Social Science who demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to graduate students who are conducting research related to commercial transportation issues and policy, specifically the role of transportation in stimulating regional economic development and trade.

The John H. T. Wade Medal

The John H.T. Wade Scholarship was established in 1986 by Dr. John H.T. Wade, who made valuable contributions over many years as a Professor and Chair of Mechanical Engineering and as Acting Dean of Engineering. The Medal is awarded to a student in Mechanical Engineering on the basis of his or her contribution to Mechanical Engineering as exemplified by the Master of Engineering thesis submitted within the academic year. The medal is awarded annually by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of Mechanical Engineering.

The Lee Nielson Roth Award

Interdisciplinary

The Lee Nielson Roth Award was established in 1986 by Judith L. Roth (Nielson '53) in memory of her son, Lee. The award is made annually to a doctoral student in Medical Sciences, Biochemistry, or Biology of high academic standing who is working in the area of cancer research.

The Lorne F. Lambier, Q.C., Scholarship

Interdisciplinary

The Lorne F. Lambier, Q.C. Scholarship was established in 1984. The scholarship is tenable for one year. The scholarship is awarded annually to current Canadian citizens, permanent residents or, international students registered in a master's or doctoral graduate program in Faculties of Health Science and Science whose research is directed toward the understanding and/or cure of cancer.

The Milos Novotny Fellowship

This award was established as a result of the generosity of Dr.M.Novotny, who recieved his Ph.D in Mathematics from McMaster in 1972, and is particulary designed to encourage promising graduate students in Analysis

The Monica Scarabello Memorial Bursary

The Monica Scarabello Memorial Bursary was established in 1997 by colleagues and friends in memory of Monica Scarabello. To be granted to a student who demonstrates financial need and is enrolled in a Master of Science program in the Department of Biology. Preference is given to graduate students who have demonstrated research excellence. This bursary is to be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of Biology.

The Ontario Power Generation Graduate Scholarship

Established in 2003 by the Ontario Power Generation, to support the education of a student registered in the M.Sc. program in Health and Radiation Physics. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Medical Physics and Applied Radiation Sciences Unit.

The Radisav Stevanovic Memorial Book Award

Interdisciplinary

The Radisav Stevanovic Memorial Book Award was established in 2005 in memory of the late Radisav Stevanovic, to provide a book fund for graduate students in French and Engineering Physics. Two awards will be made annually by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chairs of the respective departments. Eligible students will not hold major scholarship and demonstrate a keen interest in reading.

The Richard Fuller Memorial Scholarships for Science

The Richard Fuller Memorial Scholarships for Science were established in 1991 with funds from the estate of Henrietta Osborne. The scholarships are renewable up to three years, provided performance in graduate studies is maintained at a high academic level. These scholarships will be awarded annually to incoming or, current Canadian citizens, permanent residents or, international students registered in a master’s and doctoral graduate programs in the Faculty of Science demonstrating high academic achievement.

The Robert B. Anderson Memorial Prize for Leadership and Excellence

The Robert B. Anderson Memorial Prize for Leadership and Excellence was established in memory of Robert B. Anderson, Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering from 1965 to 1987, to perpetuate the spirit of human compassion and research excellence that he so clearly demonstrated during those years. The prize will be awarded annually to a worthy graduate student on the recommendation of the Department of Chemical Engineering.

The Robert John Morris Graduate Studies Bursary

Interdisciplinary

The Robert John Morris Graduate Studies Bursary was established in 1996 by family, friends and colleagues of Robert John Morris. To be granted to graduate students in good academic standing who demonstrate financial need. Whenever possible, preference will be given to Engineering students studying in the area of nuclear engineering or advanced energy systems or, students in the Faculty of Humanities or Faculty of Social Sciences.

The Ronald K. Ham Memorial Scholarship

The Ronald K. Ham Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Ronald K. Ham, an Engineering Physics graduate from the University of Toronto and former faculty member at McMaster University in the Department of Metallurgy and Materials Science and a member of the Institute for Materials Research. One of two awards will be made annually to top international students entering Master's studies in the Department of Engineering Physics. Each award may be renewed once only. The Chair of the Department of Engineering Physics will recommend candidates for approval by the School of Graduate Studies.

The Stelco Graduate Bursaries

Interdisciplinary

The Stelco Graduate Bursaries were established in 1996 by Stelco - a market-driven, technologically advanced group of businesses committed to maintaining leadership roles as steel producers and fabricators - in support of graduate students pursuing their educational goals. These bursaries will be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to students enrolled in any graduate program who demonstrate financial need. Preference may be given to graduate students in the Faculty of Engineering.

The Stelco-McMaster Graduate Fellowship

The Walter Gibbins Memorial Travel Bursary

This award was established in 1994 in honor of Dr. Walter Gibbins, who received his Ph.D. in Geology at McMaster in 1974. A well-known geologist, Walter held the position of Arctic District Geologist for the Department of Indian Affairs in Northern Development, based in Yellowknife. The bursary is to be awarded annually to a graduate student in Earth Sciences by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Chair of the School of Geography and Earth Sciences. This award will help support travel costs to deliver a paper at an international research conference.

The Xing (Scott) Jin Graduate Scholarship in Engineering

The Xing (Scott) Jin Graduate Scholarship in Engineering at McMaster University was established in 2012 by Xing (Scott) Jin, MBA (Class of `03). To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to aster`s or Doctoral students in the Faculty of Engineering`s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate high academic achievement.